Special after-dark Pokémon parade means fans will want to stick around all day to see the 1,500-plus Pikachus.
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Fishing enthusiasts–do you think you have what it takes to beat this extreme “God-level fishing game”?
Time to look back at the fine history of Mega Man… except the Captain N stuff. Let’s all agree to forget about that.
An amazingly simply but cool idea to really help your itasha anime characters’ eyes “pop.”
This girlfriend went all out to give her Splatoon-loving-boyfriend the birthday meal of a lifetime!
Dwango, the operators of Japan’s Nico Nico Douga streaming service, want to connect passionate cosplayers with paying jobs.
Ash has a whole new set of pals for Everybody’s Story, but his old friends are nowhere to be seen.
The slide from pinnacle of children’s entertainment to threat of obscurity continues for Jibanyan and crew.
Video game giant continues to be a customer service titan as it restores fan’s original model 3DS.
Family-friendly game company ventures into new territory with dating game clearly meant for adults.
Legendary anime figure weights in on debate of if you have an obligation to pay for your child’s education if their dream is to make ero games.
Some resourceful netizens who have pieced together clues from various sources seem to think so!
Ninja, sumo, and kabuki Pikachu are hiding in plain sight right next to Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe.
Adorable guest is sure to boost Poké-productivity.
The burly Instagrammer says he’ll continue to dress as the female character because he doesn’t need closed-minded followers.
Pikachu Plates, Eevee Burgers, solving the mystery of what’s inside Mimikyu’s costume, and a very, very special guest.
Hint: It’s a surprise collaboration with another hit Japanese franchise with a lunar theme!
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